Principles Commercial Art Test Review

A designer uses large text on one side and several small images on the other to balance a layout. This is:

• Symmetrical balance

• Asymmetrical balance

• Radial balance

• No balance

A poster uses repeated circles to guide the viewer’s eye across the page. This demonstrates:

• Contrast

• Rhythm

• Emphasis

• Scale

A design uses only shades of blue. This is an example of:

• Analogous color

• Complementary color

• Triadic color

• Monochromatic color

A digital portfolio is MOST important because it:

• Shows skills to employers and clients

• Replaces all printed work

• Only stores files

• Is required for school grades

Increasing the size of text or item you want the focus to be on is called design:

• Rhythm

• Hierarchy

• Readability

• Proximity

A commercial artist adjusting a design for teenagers vs adults is using:

• Typography hierarchy

• Thumbnail sketch feedback

• Color theory

• Target audience analysis

Using bright red against dull gray creates strong:

• Rhythm

• Emphasis

• Contrast

• Pattern

A design with too many focal points can cause:

• Strong unity

• Visual confusion

• Balanced layout

• Better rhythm

A brand wanting a calming feel should MOST likely use:

• Warm colors

• Cool colors

• Neon colors

• Complementary colors

A designer chooses opposite colors to make text stand out. This uses:

• Analogous

• Complementary

• Monochromatic

• Neutral